Overview

This St. Clair College programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and aligns with the IRCC’s priority list of occupational fields in long-term shortage under the updated requirements for students who apply for a study permit after November 1, 2024. Please consult the IRCC website for the latest updates.

Veterinary Technician s assist the Veterinarian in the medical care of animals. Duties include radiography (taking x-rays), nursing, dentistry, nutritional support, minor surgery and laboratory procedures for animals.

The Veterinary Technician Programme from St. Clair College key facts

Accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.

Teaching hospital accredited by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario

Facilities and animal use approved by the Canadian Council on Animal Care.

Accredited by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians.

Work experience during semester two and four.

Graduates are eligible to write the North American Veterinary Technician exam to qualify for registration with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians.

Career Opportunities

Numerous positions exist in:

Small and Large Animal Veterinary Clinics
Livestock Health Facilities
Wildlife Centres
Pathology Clinics
Zoological Parks
Research Laboratory
Entrepreneurship
Animal Behaviourist
Educator
Practice Manager
Humane Societies
Pharmaceutical and Pet Food Industry

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Laboratory Procedures

Veterinary Technology

Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Veterinary Computer Applications

Veterinary Clinical Calculations

Animal Anatomy & Physiology

Veterinary Technician Pharmacology

Veterinary Technician Anesthesia

Veterinary Technician Placement

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

52

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IELTS

6

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Windsor, Canada

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine View 15 other Bachelors in Veterinary Medicine in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

52

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus successful completion of:

Grade 12 English - ENG4U, ENG4C, EAE4C or EAE4U
Grade 12 Math (C) or (U)
Senior Level Biology (C) or (U)
Senior Level Chemistry (C) or (U)

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Equivalent courses from the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program or the Academic and Career Entrance program.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17122 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5384 CAD / year

≈ 5384 CAD / year

Living costs

Windsor

Canada

1027 - 1640 CAD / month

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The Veterinary Technician Programme from St. Clair College key facts

Career Opportunities

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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